Pastoral Counsellor (EYFS- Y8)

The Prince of Wales Island International School, Tanjung Bungah campus located on Penang Island, Malaysia offers the successful candidate an exciting opportunity to join a team that has student wellbeing at its heart. Proudly offering a context relevant version of the English National Curriculum, the school meets the needs of the local and international community in Penang, providing high-quality education for children aged 3 to 13 years old.

The Prince of Wales Island International School (Tanjung Bungah) provides an excellent, holistic education for its students, and ensure its staff work in a supportive environment which values professional competency, collaboration and personal development. Truth, Wisdom, Integrity and Kindness are tenets to which we hold ourselves and all in our community accountable.

Applications are invited from qualified counsellors, ideally having worked with primary/middle school students, who are passionate about children’s mental health and wellbeing. They should be highly resourceful, forward-thinking professionals who can communicate effectively with all members of the school community. They will need to be able to work independently, and as part of a team, in an environment that values innovative practice.

All applicants should hold a bachelor’s degree and be able to provide evidence of further study in their area of expertise.

The pastoral counsellor receives a full overseas benefits package, including salary, flight allowance, accommodation allowance, inbound and outbound freight allowance, health coverage and fully covered tuition fees for up to two children at the school.

To apply for the position, lodge your application by Sunday19th February 2023. For further details about the Prince of Wales Island International Primary School, visit the school’s website at www.powiis.edu.my

The Prince of Wales Island International Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all the students in our care and expects all applicants to share this commitment. We follow safe recruitment practices and we hold ourselves to a high standard of effective recruiting practices with specific attention to child protection. All appointments are subject to an interview, identity checks, criminal record checks, and successful references.